Litchfield Plantation

PO Box 290 Kings River Road
Pawley?s Island, South Carolina 29585

Written by Beth Garrett

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Less than 30 miles from the hustle and bustle of Myrtle Beach, in what seems like another world, stands Litchfield Plantation. Located on picturesque Pawley?s Island overlooking the Waccamaw River and facing a live oak avenue, the Litchfield Plantation House has stood tall since the 1750?s enjoying a rich history. Originally one of the area?s most prosperous rice plantations, the Litchfield Plantation is today a luxury resort that attracts vacationers from all around the world. This country-style inn provides its guests with world class accommodations steeped in Old World charm. Travelers can Guest Suite at Litchfield Plantation

experience the vacation of a lifetime without even leaving the property, but if a night painting the town red beckons, the Grand Strand and all of its liveliness is only a short drive away.

Old World Charm

Guests of Litchfield Plantation may choose between numerous room types in and around the Plantation House. The Plantation House?s grand exterior, with its old brick and slate, is mirrored by the elegant interior. Room and suite types inside the Plantation House include the Gun Room, the Blue Room, the Red Room and the Ball Room Suite. Located on the main floor of the Plantation House, the Gun Room features a separate sitting room as well as a breathtaking view of the Avenue of Oaks. Decorated in colonial blue, as the name suggests, the Blue Room is actually a suite. The high ceilings give the accommodation Guestroom at Litchfield Plantation

a spacious feel while the antique king-sized rice bed creates an aura of coziness. The Red Room is also a suite. The view of the Rice Fields is absolutely spectacular while the down-filled chaise beckons guests with the promise of a relaxing afternoon spent reading a good book. For those guests who really want to wallow in the lap of luxury during their stay the Ball Room Suite is the obvious choice. This suite was once the actual ballroom of the Plantation House. One can easily imagine the grand parties that once took place here. The floor plan includes a compact kitchen, living room and double Jacuzzi. The private verandah offers guests views of the Avenue of Oaks as well as the Rice Fields.

Elegant Accommodations

The Guest House resides next to Litchfield Plantation?s pond creating an environment of serenity and tranquility. Common rooms throughout the Guest House for all to enjoy include a formal dining room that can accommodate up to 14 people, library, bar room, breakfast area and living room with a baby grand piano and fireplace. The six bedrooms are furnished with king-sized beds and feature private bathrooms. The Villas, featuring two or three bedrooms are sprinkled throughout the property and include a kitchen, living room and dining room. The in-room amenities in each of the accommodations provide Guest Library at Litchfield Plantation

guests with all of the comforts of home and then some. In-room entertainment includes a remote controlled color cable television. Telephones in each room allow guests to keep in touch with the real world. All guest rooms and suites are air conditioned ensuring maximum comfort. Vacationers can get their day off on the right foot as all guests enjoy a complimentary full hot breakfast each morning during their stay. Smoking is allowed only in outdoor areas. Children ages 13 years and over are welcome guests of Litchfield Plantation.

Worlds Away from Home

Litchfield?s oceanfront beach house is strictly for guests? enjoyment. Offering five miles of pristine private beach, guests can shake off the stresses of everyday life under the warm South Carolina sun. The beach house provides guests with private parking, dressing rooms, showers, bathrooms and kitchen facilities in addition to space on the third level that is perfect for private parties. Litchfield Plantation also has a pool as well as a poolhouse. Tennis enthusiasts will want to take advantage of the Plantation?s two tennis courts. Litchfield Plantation has a private marina that is at guests? disposal. The courteous professional staff is on-hand to make sure that each and every guest?s visit is a memorable and relaxing one. There is no chance of getting lost in the shuffle as occurs all too often at larger, less intimate resorts.